Acupuncture Male Infertility London

Male Fertility Support

Often male problems can be overlooked by the medical world in relation to fertility, with all the emphasis being placed on the female partner, despite the fact that approximately 40% of cases of unexplained infertility are now thought to be attributable to them.

Our Male Fertility Programme

As there is often a lot of focus and attention on the woman in the relationship, we feel it is important to tend to the male partner's needs during the preparation for pregnancy.

We live in busy and stressful times, which can impact on the energy of the Kidneys and importantly, the production and quality of the sperm.

Male factors for sub fertility

1. Sperm potency Low sperm count; abnormal sperm morphology (shape), and low sperm motility are usually asymptomatic (i.e. there are no symptoms) conditions for most males. Hormonal imbalances related to follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinising hormone (LH) might affect the development of sperm and account for some sperm abnormalities. There is also some evidence to suggest that male sperm counts are declining in many populations. The exact reasons are unclear, but are thought to be environmental.

2. Testicular failure: Some men are found to have no sperm in their semen. This could be due to a failure to ejaculate or a failure of the testes to produce sperm. The testes may have been damaged due to poor blood supply or injury. Other causes include hormonal problems and genetic defects.

3. Varicocele: These are varicose veins in one or both scrotums. A varicocele results in the pooling of blood and higher temperatures in the scrotum.

4. Tubal blockage: Damage as a result of infections can prevent the sperm from getting into the semen.

5. Sperm antibodies: Antibodies act against their own sperm.

When should you seek advice from a qualified practitioner?

If any of the following apply to you:

• History of a sexually transmitted disease
• History or pelvic /genital infection
• Previous abdominal surgery
• Reversal of surgical sterilization
• Diabetic or high blood pressure
• History of chemotherapy or radiation therapy
• Mumps in adult life (i.e. after puberty)
• Previous prostate cancer surgery
• Prostate infection

Preparing for conception

Improving fertility

Research (male sperm research) shows that both acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine affect hormone levels and testicular blood flow, therefore promoting the production of healthy sperm. Chinese medicine can improve the situation for many men in terms of sperm count, morphology, motility and liquefaction.